Makhanda Diaries

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23/07/2026

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It's 2026, and HIV stigma is still a reality for far too many. But stories like this one are how we break the silence.

In our latest episode, we sat down with a courageous young mother of three who is married to an HIV-negative man. She opens up about the moment she found out her status, the painful struggle to accept it, and the journey toward embracing her truth while navigating love, marriage, and motherhood.

This is a conversation about resilience, hope, and what it really means to live and love beyond HIV. Whether you're living with HIV, know someone who is, or just want to challenge the stigma, this one's for you.

In this episode of Makhanda Diaries, we sit down with Khanyiswa from Makhanda. She's living with HIV, and she's here to share her story, from the moment she found out, to the fear of disclosure, to finding the courage to live out loud. Khanyiswa takes us inside her journey. The diagnosis that change...

17/07/2026

17/07/2026

💙 Our team is at St Mary's DCC Community Health Day and it's still happening until 3pm!

Free health screenings, wellness education, cancer checks, and so much more. The Department of Health is here, Dr Swanepoel is on site, and the community is showing up for each other.

If you are in Makhanda, come through! This is Mandela Month in action, 67 minutes of service, but a lifetime of impact.

Thank you to Mary's DCC for hosting. We are honoured to be here. 🙏

📍 St Mary's Development and Care Centre, Makhanda
🕒 Until 3pm today!

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17/07/2026

This year Rhodes JMS 4 students have taken over Makhanda Diaries 🎙️✨
Meet the voices, the stories, and the faces bringing you Makhanda every week on RMR 89.7fm

New team. Same heart for our city.
Catch us on air every Sunday from 8-10pm at Music Radio